Safety; Intended Use; Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse; General Safety Notes - Balluff BES Q08ZC-YPL20B-BP00,3-GS75 Betriebsanleitung

BES Q08ZC-YPL20B-BP00,3-GS_ _
Inductive Sensors
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Safety

2.1

Intended use

The inductive switching sensor
BES Q08ZC-YPL20B-BP00,3-GS_ _ is intended for
communication with a machine controller (e.g. PLC) or for
connection to an IO-Link master. It is intended to be
installed into a machine or system and used in the
industrial sector. Flawless function in accordance with the
specifications in the technical data is ensured only when
using original Balluff accessories. Use of any other
components will void the warranty.
Non-approved use is not permitted and will result in the
loss of warranty and liability claims against the
manufacturer.
2.2

Reasonably foreseeable misuse

The sensor may not be used in applications where
personal safety or the integrity of machines depends on
proper function of the device (not a safety component in
accordance with EU Machinery Directive).
The sensor may not be used in explosion hazard areas.
Balluff assumes no liability for damage resulting from
improper use of the sensor. Likewise Balluff assumes no
liability should be sensor become damaged.
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2.3

General safety notes

Installation and startup may only be performed by
qualified personnel with basic electrical knowledge.
Qualified personnel are those who can assess assigned
tasks, recognize possible hazards and initiate appropriate
safety measures based on their professional training,
knowledge, experience and understanding of relevant
regulations.
The operator is responsible for ensuring that local safety
regulations are observed.
In particular, the operator must take steps to ensure that a
defect in the sensor will not result in hazards to persons or
equipment.
If defects and unresolvable faults occur in the sensor, take
it out of service and secure against unauthorized use.
The device must be protected against strong
electromagnetic fields and mechanical damage.
2.4

Repair and maintenance

There are no servicable parts on the device itself. Repair is
not possible in the case of damage, the device must be
replaced.
Cleaning and inspection work on the device and on the
plug connection must be performed at regular intervals
depending on how frequently it is used. Such work must
be carried out only by trained specialists.
2.5

Disposal

► Observe the national regulations for disposal.
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